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Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Urologic Cancer Diagnostics - Simply Biotech

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Plano, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$27.67–$29 Per Hour
SKILLS
Bacteria, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Calibration, Cancer, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Pathology, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Genomics, Health Plan, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Systems, Laboratory Testing, Maintenance Services, Microbiology, Microorganism, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Physical Chemistry, Physical Science, Plating Processes, Preventative Maintenance, Procedure Development, Process Development, Quality Control, Sample/Specimen Processing, Technical Writing, Testing, Time Management, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Urology
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
11 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Urologic Cancer Diagnostics
OVERVIEW
Are you looking for a new opportunity to join an exciting multinational healthcare company that provides actionable genomic information to personalize the diagnosis and treatment of cancer as a key member of their coveted Lab Ops team? In this role, you'll perform a variety of both routine and complex clinical laboratory tests in accordance with established processes and procedures. Our client is a market leader in the important and growing field of molecular diagnostics, is growing again fast, and is offering an hourly rate of between $27.67 - $29.00/hr. DOE, excellent fully paid healthcare benefits for employees, 401K, and progressive career opportunities! This is a Wednesday to Saturday, 9:30am to 7:30pm full-time opportunity. 
 
Immediate opening for a Medical Laboratory Scientist I near Plano, TX who possesses:
  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science or an appropriate biological, chemical, or physical science.
  • 2 years of experience experience performing laboratory testing in a clinical setting to include tests CLIA classified as high complexity
  • Molecular experience 
  • Experience working with LIMS database, quality systems and lab automation
  • *preferred* microbiology experience 
 
Please send your resume to

mturner@talentzok.com

and call (858) 356-6772
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • Performs all manual technical procedures relating to specimen preparation, specimen type, protocols, and procedures.
  • Operates automated laboratory instrumentation assigned to designated department and/or shift, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair procedures as required.
  • Conducts all microbiological techniques including, but not limited to: Performing and reviewing quality control results. Process patient specimens for batching and plating. Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria and other microorganisms. Staining slides and reading gram stains.
  • Works safely in a BSL II facility.
  • Consistently and accurately transcribes patient test results from raw data generated from an instrument into the Laboratory Information System (LIMS) laboratory information system.
  • Must have good reasoning ability; be knowledgeable of clinical pathology processes and uses organizational skills to meet established turnaround time deadlines.
  • Responsible for the accurate documentation of all testing activities including but not limited to patient specimens, proficiency testing, quality control results, the performance of preventive maintenance/calibration of instruments, and LIS results entry.
  • Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correcting the problem(s) and notifying the Laboratory Operations Management or Laboratory Director.
  • Responsible for documenting corrective actions when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
  • Maintains on a daily basis, a neat, clean, well-organized work area including adequate daily working supplies stocked/stored at each bench.
  • Responsible for completing assigned tasks in MasterControl within the required timeframes.
  • Responsible for the inspection, labeling, and storing of incoming supplies, when necessary.
  • Maintains complete and documents records in real time that includes but is not limited to department logs, files, and worksheets.
  • Recognizes and effectively communicates laboratory results requiring immediate attention.
  • Assist in training and cross-training licensed Medical Laboratory Scientists and Non-MLS employees.
  • Responsible for administering and performing competency assessment (biannually for new employees employed less than one year) when scheduled.
  • Assist in writing and revising operational procedures. 
 
For immediate consideration, please send your resume to

mturner@talentzok.com

and call (858) 356-6772


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